Living in the Greater New York area comes with its unique set of air quality challenges. The densely populated neighborhoods, combined with varying seasons and high levels of outdoor pollutants, can severely impact the quality of the air inside your home. Indoor air quality plays a crucial role in your home health and comfort, but can also easily be compromised when problems are left unaddressed.
Various factors within our homes can contribute to poor indoor air quality, from everyday household activities to the structural integrity of the building itself. Green Team LI offers high-performance home services that promote indoor health that are based on building science, allowing us to provide reliable solutions for any home.
What Causes Poor Indoor Air Quality?
Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) can come from a wide variety of sources, both in and outside your home.
- Indoor Pollutants – Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are commonly found in household products, like cleaning supplies, paint, and building materials, and can be dangerous in high levels.
- Moisture & Humidity – Excess moisture from air leaks, high humidity, or poor ventilation can lead to the growth of mold, mildew, and other IAQ issues. Too much moisture in a home can also lead to wood rot and structural damage.
- Inadequate Ventilation – Insufficient ventilation can worsen IAQ problems by not bringing in enough fresh outdoor air or carrying indoor pollutants out of your home. This is especially true for areas prone to moisture, like kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and attics.
- Outdoor Contaminants – Pollen, dust, and other outdoor pollutants can enter through doors, windows, or areas of air leakage in your home, which can worsen allergy and asthma symptoms.
- Combustion Appliances – Furnaces, gas stoves, and fireplaces can all release carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and particulate matter into your home if not properly vented, which can lead to significant health issues for your family.
Improving Indoor Air Quality in Your Greater New York Home
At Green Team LI, we offer several services that can improve your home’s indoor air quality and promote a healthier living environment.
Heat Pump Installation
Heat pumps offer an all-electric alternative to home heating and cooling, eliminating the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and other combustion-related problems. At Green Team LI, we install both ducted and ductless mini split heat pumps, and both options can help contribute to healthier indoor air. Mini split heat pumps offer a further advantage with ductless operation, which means dust and other particles won’t accumulate in your home’s ductwork.
Insulation & Air Sealing
Insulation and air sealing work together to create a protective barrier that separates your living spaces from the outside elements. This barrier prevents unwanted airflow and heat transfer, which can result in high moisture levels, as well as cuts off the point of entry for pollutants and pests. We only work with high-quality insulation materials, like spray foam, cellulose, or foam board, and always check on the performance of your work after installation is complete.
Ductwork Services
Dust, mold, and other contaminants can accumulate in your home’s ductwork if it’s not properly installed or maintained. Repairing or replacing old and leaky ducts can help solve this issue, as well as help improve your home’s overall energy efficiency and HVAC performance. At Green Team LI, we offer comprehensive ductwork services, including duct sealing, repair, and replacements.
Find the Source of IAQ Issues with an Energy Audit
At Green Team LI, we start every home health and efficiency upgrade with an in-depth energy audit of your home. This essential step allows our team to gain a better understanding of your home and create a plan of action that’s tailored to meet its specific needs. It also acts as a required first step to gain access to the many different rebates and incentive programs available to Greater New York homeowners. In fact, many New York homeowners qualify to get their energy audit—and home upgrades—at no cost!
If you’re having issues with indoor air quality in your home, like musty odors or extreme allergy symptoms, give Green Team LI a call. We’ll help you find a solution today that helps you breathe easier tomorrow, and for years to come.
